Thursday Night Hustle is a summer race series through August 7, 2025, for all levels. It’s a weekly series of low-key trail runs and mountain bike races that brings people together and sets them all in motion. Empowering and inclusive, these weekly events provide a fun way to move and mingle while enjoying the freshness of the forest at one of our local world class venues, Mt Van Hoevenberg.
And while one can consider them genuine races with perks, they can also easily be thought of as group runs and rides, offering us all a little extra motivation while enjoying a summer evening in the Adirondacks.
Seen from Different Angles
Says Timothy McCauley, who lives right next to Mt Van Hoevenberg, “I like to mix it up between riding my bike and running two or three days a week. I know these trails, so I know they’re in good shape. I think these races are a good thing, and I’d like to see more people get out here. If it’s your first time, just come on out and enjoy it.”
“I just really like the community feel of the race and the people who come,” says local skier and mountain bike rider Holly Erenstone. “It’s a way to ride and be competitive but also have a chill time. My dad is joining us tonight, and I’m just really glad this is happening. The staff is doing a great job making it happen.”
Having just moved to the area, Michael Dougherty is especially appreciative of the opportunity to connect with others. “The best part is just getting out and meeting people here. It’s actually perfect to meet other local people and interact with them each week. It’s also great to have a casual race. No stakes really. Just a fun race every week, and you can go as hard as you want. I like that there’s no barrier to entry. It’s always an approachable distance and course whether you’re an intermediate or beginner. It would be a good experience for anyone who’s never tried it.”
For the full article and all the participant perspectives, visit the Mt Van Hoevenberg site here.